Overview
- Richard Wills, 65, disappeared after leaving home to work his farm Sunday and was found Tuesday in a shallow grave on the property.
- An autopsy confirmed he was fatally shot, and detectives described the attack as vicious and clear foul play.
- Investigators found his vehicle and phone at the farm and noted evidence his body had been dragged by a vehicle.
- Police have not identified a suspect or motive and are checking CCTV, speaking with locals, and urging anonymous tips.
- Detectives are mindful of a possible link to regional livestock thefts, including claims of sheep stolen from Wills’ property.